Education Attendance Team
Our mission is to promote regular school attendance and to reduce persistent absence. We work with schools, families, and other agencies to identify and address barriers to attendance.
We are here to support every child's right to a full-time education. Our service works with families, schools, and professionals to ensure children attend school regularly and receive the support they need.
Our team includes:
- Education Attendance Officers
- Safeguarding Leads
- Elective Home Education Officers
- Children Missing Education Officer
We collaborate with social care, health services, and educational settings to provide a holistic approach to attendance.
Legal framework and guidance
Links to key legislation and guidance relating to education attendance.
Information for parents and carers
Information on school attendance, absence and support for parents and carers.
Information for schools
Information on education attendance for schools in West Berkshire.
Barriers to attendance
Information about common barriers to attendance and the support available.
Legal intervention
Information about legal tools including attendance contracts, Education Supervision Orders, School Attendance Orders and Parenting Orders.
Resources and downloads
Information resources for parents and policies, templates and resources for schools.
Contact us
Get in touch with the Education Attendance Team.